If you’re looking for a challenging day hike that can be tackled in sections, the Rachel Carson Trail is for you! About the Rachel Carson Trail The Rachel Carson Trail (RCT) is a hiking trail north and east of Pittsburgh that covers over 45 miles between Harrison Hills Park and North Park. Because the trail passes …
If you love your hikes to come with a side of history, ruins, and beautiful trails, Dead Man’s Hollow is for you! Read on to learn more about Dead Man’s Hollow Conservation Area! Dead Man’s Hollow is a 450 acre conservation area located near McKeesport, PA. The hollow boasts eight miles of trails and is …
Looking to visit Oil Creek State Park? Read on for the best things to see and do in the park and how to maximize your visit! Visiting Oil Creek State Park This post focuses mostly on trails in Oil Creek State Park. If you’re looking for more history, check out Jim Cheney’s post about the …
Kinzua Bridge State Park is Pennsylvania’s most unique state park! Read on to learn more about tips for visiting the state park and where to hike near the bridge. Visit Kinzua Bridge State Park Kinzua Bridge State Park is a super unique park featuring the partially collapsed Kinzua Viaduct. Once the tallest viaduct in the …
This post is about visiting all 124 Pennsylvania State Parks and it’s a work in progress! If you’re looking for a specific park, scroll through the lists to see if I’ve visited it yet. Why Did I Decide to Visit Every PA State Park? I am a goal oriented person. I like planning and checklists …
If you’re visiting Philadelphia but want a taste of nature, Ridley Creek is for you! Ridley Creek State Park trails are varied and the park has many options for all levels of nature lovers. About Ridley Creek State Park Ridley Creek is an over 2,600-acre park located in Delaware County, PA. The park is bisected …
Pittsburgh is a bustling metropolitan area, but did you know that there are some beautiful waterfalls close by? Keep reading to find some awesome waterfalls in PA near Pittsburgh! Note that some of these may be dependent on season (and require snowmelt or rainfall) to be more than a trickle. If you have any questions …
Fall Run Park is a twenty-foot tall waterfall only fifteen minutes from downtown Pittsburgh.Read on for more tips on how to visit Fall Run Park, home of Pittsburgh’s closest waterfall! Love waterfalls? Check out this list of Best Waterfalls Near Pittsburgh! Visiting Pittsburgh for a short time but still want to experience nature? Hiking to …
Are you a busy day hiker who only wants to visit the best hikes near Pittsburgh? Me too! As a hiker with a full time job, I need to minimize my travel time to maximize my outdoor time! But I don’t want to do trails that stink just because I need to stay close to …
Looking to get outside the bustle of Pittsburgh, but not drive too far? Check out the awesome trails in North Park! North Park Trails North Park offers 43 miles of trails for walking, hiking, bike riding, and mountain biking. Additionally, the Rachel Carson Trail runs through North Park. North Park Lake Shore Loop This is …